Triple Crown Talk : Rachel Alexandra

The Fleur de Lis? Not For the Horse of the Year

Jason Shandler — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:09:00 GMT

It's tough to get excited about the race when the Stephen Foster is on the same day......(read more)

Is Zenyatta Really Going to the Vanity? Say It Ain't So

Jason Shandler — Thu, 06 May 2010 14:41:00 GMT

Let me preface the following opinion by saying this: I am ready for the criticism. I have braced myself for the backlash. I have found a safe place to duck for cover. OK, now I am ready. Here goes... Are the connections of Zenyatta really serious about racing her in the Vanity Handicap on June 13? Are they kidding? On April 26, DRF reported that John Shirreffs has decided to race the undefeated mare...(read more)

A New Top 10 and Thoughts on Rachel/Zenyatta

Jason Shandler — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:49:00 GMT

An eventful weekend of racing ended with some new Derby contenders and Apple Blossom disappoinment......(read more)

Does It Get Any Better Than This?

Jason Shandler — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:42:00 GMT

Three Kentucky Derby preps and the return of Rachel and Zenyatta make March 13 an epic day....(read more)

Races For the Ages Starting to Come Together

Jason Shandler — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:11:00 GMT

A major TV network deal is pending and the race will be carried during prime time......(read more)

Racing Needs to Take Advantage of Rachel/Zenyatta Showdown

Jason Shandler — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Running an aggressive marketing campaign for the big race is imperative......(read more)

Final Thoughts on Horse of the Year

Jason Shandler — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:49:00 GMT

It was more than a little disappointing that Hal Wiggins was not mentioned by Jess Jackson or Steve Asmussen......(read more)

She's Baaack! Zenyatta to Race in 2010

Jason Shandler — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:32:00 GMT

Jerry Moss and John Shirreffs ended speculation and announced that Zenyatta will race in 2010......(read more)

Rachel vs. Zenyatta? Dream On

Jason Shandler — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:49:00 GMT

For a second consecutive year, the two most popular horses will likely not face one another......(read more)

Rachel Revisited - A Candid Interview With Hal Wiggins

Jason Shandler — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:40:00 GMT

Rachel Alexandra's first trainer answers questions about his rollercoaster ride......(read more)

Poll - Who Will Prove to be the Season's Best 3-Year-Old?

Jason Shandler — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:34:00 GMT

Rachel Alexandra may have the edge right now, but there is a long way to go......(read more)

Rachel's Absence Leaves a Void For Casual Fan

Jason Shandler — Sat, 30 May 2009 19:02:00 GMT

Without the filly or a potential Triple Crown winner in the Belmont, the average fan probably won't watch......(read more)

One For the Ages

Jason Shandler — Sun, 17 May 2009 04:48:00 GMT

Rachel Alexandra's Preakness win was truly a great day for racing......(read more)

Preakness Prediction - Rachel Beats the Boys

Jason Shandler — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:05:00 GMT

She has a great chance to become the first filly since 1924 to win the second leg of the Triple Crown......(read more)

Rachel Alexandra Excluded From Preakness? It Could Happen

Jason Shandler — Sun, 10 May 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Well, well, well. Judging by the more than 400 responses on the previous blog, there are very strong opinions regarding Rachel Alexandra. Based on the latest revelations, I cannot wait to see the new responses. Below is an excerpt from interviews done by HRTV with Pioneerof the Nile owner Ahmed Zayat and Mine That Bird co-owner Mark Allen. Basically, the gist of the interviews is that they each plan...(read more)

Mixed Emotions in Sale of Rachel Alexandra

Jason Shandler — Thu, 07 May 2009 15:29:00 GMT

It's sad to know that Hal Wiggins loses the exceptional filly, but the good news is that she might run in the final two legs of Triple Crown......(read more)

Kentucky Derby Thoughts - One Day After

Jason Shandler — Sun, 03 May 2009 15:25:00 GMT

Trying to make sense of one of the biggest upsets in Derby history? Look no further than Calvin Borel......(read more)

March 14 Derby Preps Could Be a Chalkfest

Jason Shandler — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:08:00 GMT

Old Fashioned and Pioneerof the Nile face very weak fields......(read more)

Q & A With Rachel Alexandra Trainer Hal Wiggins

Jason Shandler — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:40:00 GMT

Will it be the Derby or the Oaks for this talented filly? With all the buzz surrounding Rachel Alexandra's sparkling win in the Martha Washington Stakes at Oaklawn, I thought it would be a good idea to catch up with Hal Wiggins. Though the veteran trainer did not say his talented filly would be pointed towards a Derby run, he definitely left the door open....(read more)